Building Site Supervisor (Commercial Projects)

Keep the programme on track, the subbies busy and the site safe for the retail and commercial builder in Sasolburg. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The site is in Sasolburg; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Book NHBRC and municipal inspections at the right stages
• Measure completed work for monthly payment certificates
• Coordinate subcontractors for plumbing, electrical, roofing and glazing
• Keep the site diary, daily labour returns and plant hours up to date
• Order concrete, bricks and steel on time so gangs never stand idle
• Draw up snag lists and close them out before practical completion

• National Diploma or BTech in Building or Civil Engineering, or a trade background with site experience
• Good with MS Project or a similar programme tool
• Firm with labour, fair with subcontractors
• At least 5 years on building or civil sites, 2 of them in a supervisory post
• Working knowledge of the Construction Regulations 2014 under the OHS Act
• You can read architectural and structural drawings and pick up clashes

• Project completion bonus linked to handover date
• Site accommodation on out-of-town projects
• Cellphone and laptop supplied

• Add a short project table to your CV: project name, type, rand value and your role. Contractors hire on project size.
• Mention the contract types you have worked on, like JBCC or GCC. It shows you understand claims and variations.